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Through the first half, it was evident that both teams were eager to assert control. Key players from Iowa State, such as Toppin, were aggressive and on fire early in the game, contributing significantly to the scoreboard. But Texas Tech refused to back down, responding with their own offensive runs. With the Red Raiders leveraging a solid defensive strategy, they executed plays that challenged Iowa State's flow and put pressure on key players like Gilbert, who had to find his way through a tough defense.